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About the Course

Around the world, we find ourselves facing global epidemics of obesity, Type 2 Diabetes and other predominantly diet-related diseases. To address these public health crises, we urgently need to explore innovative strategies for promoting healthful eating. There is strong evidence that global increases in the consumption of heavily processed foods, coupled with cultural shifts away from the preparation of food in the home, have contributed to high rates of preventable, chronic disease. In this course, learners will be given the information and practical skills they need to begin optimizing the way they eat. This course will shift the focus away from reductionist discussions about nutrients and move, instead, towards practical discussions about real food and the environment in which we consume it. By the end of this course, learners should have the tools they need to distinguish between foods that will support their health and those that threaten it. In addition, we will present a compelling rationale for a return to simple home cooking, an integral part of our efforts to live longer, healthier lives. View the trailer for the course here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7x1aaZ03xU...

Top reviews

VI

Jan 18, 2021

It was an interesting and informative, at a basis level, course. The information is easy to understand and the new gained knowledges tend to remain in your memory, due to short and interactive videos.

CN

May 13, 2021

Really good as an introductory guide to general human nutrition. Gives great insights on cooking, planning meals and health diet habits. It's a rather short course with actually impactful information.

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By Астахова А А

Jan 11, 2023

Огромная благодарность за курс! Хочется отметить, что самые основные и важные положения о здоровом питании, рассказаны легко и понятно. Курс не занимает много времени, но очень информативен и полезен!

By Ikram N

Sep 16, 2022

I really enjoyed the course and thank you so much for your efforts ,you really made me reconsider my eating habits and from today I will eat healthy to live a peaceful and longer life .THANKS A LOT .

By Gagan G

Dec 30, 2021

It was the best first experience I had and I have gained good amount of knowledge where I am applying that to my day to day life . It's inspiring . Thank you Coursera , Thank you Stanford University.

By Miguel J F A

Feb 21, 2020

Aprendi a evaluar el contenido de mi plato dia a dia, a tomarar del mercado lo que realmente necesito.

me gusto mucho el curso es una pena que no fuera mas extenso o con otros niveles y acreditaciones.

By Maria R M N

Sep 19, 2022

As an introduction to the world of nutrition, the course is very good. It has an easy-to-understand language and explains in a simple way the basic fundamentals for making better nutritional choices.

By Eugenia B B

Aug 16, 2022

This was definitely worth participating in. I really liked watching Maya cook at the end with her kids. It was so adorable and I'm looking forward to trying out a few of the recipes in the future.

By Anupam A

May 19, 2022

This course is very very simple but if we follow this course, 100 percent our health will be change completely. Our view towards our food becomes more clear. I recommend this course for every person.

By BAZIE I G

Dec 20, 2021

This course is very cool and helpful to maintain good food habits and many tips that are also easy to apply.

I would really thanks the Teacher who master the topic and the explanations where very good

By agada o t

Jun 22, 2021

The course outline were very informative and direct. I am now very aware on my daily eating habits and what to look out for when selecting a dish that will serve to be healthy in mind, soul and body.

By Elizabeth M V

Aug 25, 2020

This course really changed the way i look at food. Honestly made me more conscious of what I consume and what I let my family consume. Thank you for the wonderful knowledge you shared, Dr. Maya Adam.

By Gabriela A H T

Jul 8, 2020

Es un curso muy interesante, aprendes demasiado, y si no tienes nada de idea de como alimentarte esta es una buena opción para aprender a comer mas sano sin tener que dejar de comer lo que nos gusta.

By Aloysius S M

Jun 28, 2020

The course was very informative and practical. All of the videos were easy to understand, and both speakers very clear and concise in their lectures. I would recommend this course to all my friends.

By Angela K

Apr 8, 2020

I really enjoyed this course, it was easily understandable and well explained! Really captivating, my interest for the field of nutrition has largely increased. Thank you for the opportunity! Angela.

By Shahanaz P

Feb 15, 2020

I learn about basic ingredients which can help cooking much more easier than the way I cooked before. I know now what need to eat to keep myself and my family physically fit and healthy all the time.

By Amalia S

Feb 13, 2020

Great course, simple yet very informative. I really enjoyed the way it was filmed, with different charts, examples and real life shots. Also the interview-style learning. Both instructors were great.

By Lora C

Feb 4, 2020

Enjoyable and easy to understand. This course gave me information about nutrition that makes it easier to connect what food you put into your body to how it affects your overall health and wellbeing.

By Ava

Nov 16, 2017

Exciting way to learn, instructed by well spoken educators. An extremely helpful course anyone can benefit from. Topics are explained thoroughly and in a way that makes retaining the information fun.

By Liam

May 16, 2017

This course is a good preparation for those who are interested in acknowledging more on human being health. After completing the course, I figured out much more than I could imagine in the beginning.

By Mihkel H

Feb 6, 2017

Excellent introduction for the majority who have misguided beliefs about their eating habits; with some general background information and simple guide lines for improving physical and mental health.

By Janne E

Feb 8, 2016

Taking this course has taught me what substances such as (un)saturated fats are, what to look out for in food and several useful tips on how to manage a food lifestyle that is healthy and satisfying.

By H. R

Jun 8, 2023

I learnt an excellent way on how to shop good food in supermarkets and about the harmful nature of trans fats which I am completely avoiding now. I got great tips about constructing a healthy plate.

By Julie S

Mar 14, 2023

Very good basic nutrition course. Good foundation for moving into more involved topics. Very good speaker and easy to listen to. Having Michael Pollan in the course gives it even more legitimacy.

By Sajad H

Sep 20, 2021

I truly enjoyed every second of the class. Not only was it informative, but also enriched the audience with passion to see cooking as something that shouldn't be neglected even as an daily enjoyment

By Magnolia E R d V

May 13, 2021

Para mi fue la mejor experiencia , he aprendido todo lo referente a la alimentación muy fácilmente , en pocas palabras recomendadisimo y ya lo estamos poniendo en práctica en casa.

Muchas Gracias.